Essential Job Responsibilities Safety • Complete all required safety training, including general safety orientation, forklift operation (as applicable), ISO procedures, and any additional required training. • Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices at all times. • Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE). • Immediately report unsafe conditions, near misses, injuries, equipment malfunctions, or safety concerns to the Production Lead or Supervisor. • Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area using established housekeeping standards. Production Operations • Operate packaging equipment, production machinery, and other manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently. • Prepare workstations and production lines before the start of each shift to ensure materials, tools, and supplies are readily available. • Monitor production processes to ensure products meet quality and customer packaging specifications. • Respond promptly to production interruptions, line stoppages, or equipment issues and assist with restoring normal operations. • Maintain an adequate inventory of production materials and supplies, notifying the Production Lead of shortages before they impact production. • Assist with equipment setup, changeovers, and routine operational adjustments as needed. • Support production schedules while minimizing downtime and waste. Quality • Perform visual inspections of materials and finished products to verify compliance with quality standards. • Identify quality concerns and promptly report nonconforming products or process issues to the Production Lead. • Follow documented work instructions, standard operating procedures, and quality requirements. Teamwork & Continuous Improvement • Work collaboratively with production team members, maintenance personnel, and leadership to achieve production objectives. • Demonstrate flexibility by performing additional duties or assisting in other production areas as business needs require. • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency. Qualifications Education & Experience • High School Diploma or GED preferred. • One to two years of manufacturing or industrial production experience preferred (not required). • Previous experience operating manufacturing equipment or forklifts is preferred (not required). Knowledge & Skills • Basic mathematical skills, including measuring, counting, and performing simple calculations. • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work. • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. • Dependable with good attendance and a strong work ethic. Physical Requirements • Frequently stand and walk for 8–12 hour shifts. • Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 100 pounds. • Occasionally lift materials weighing up to 100 pounds individually when necessary. Mechanical lifting devices, team lifting, or other engineering/administrative controls should be used whenever practical to reduce ergonomic risk. • Frequently bend, squat, reach, twist, climb, and perform repetitive motions. • Ability to safely work around moving machinery, forklifts, cranes, and material handling equipment. Working Conditions • Industrial steel processing and manufacturing environment. • Exposure to varying temperatures, noise, vibration, dust, and moving mechanical equipment. • Occasional exposure to oils, lubricants, coolants, cleaning agents, and other manufacturing chemicals while following required safety procedures. • Required PPE may include: • Steel-toe safety footwear • Safety glasses with side shields • Hearing protection • Cut-resistant gloves and sleeves • Long pants and other task-specific PPE as required by company policy or job assignment. • Uniforms offered at no cost to employee upon full time status SAMOMM